Job description
Litigation Associate Attorney (Hybrid and Remote Potential)
Giordano, Glaws & Fenstermacher, LLP is a full-service defense litigation firm that represents major corporations, business enterprises, institutions and insureds throughout New York State. We are currently seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney. The position has hybrid and remote potential.
Qualifications:
- Experience with defense of personal injury, general liability, construction defects, NYS Labor Law §§ 200, 240 and 241, slip/trip and falls, and/or auto/transportation liability preferred.
- 4-12 years of experience preferred.
- Strong writing skills required.
- JD from an accredited law school required.
- Admission to practice in New York State Court required.
Salary range is $85,000.00 to $160,000.00, per year, commensurate with experience
Responsibilities:
- Manage cases in litigation, including premises liability, Labor Law/construction, motor vehicle, and other accidents, potentially up to and including trial, based on experience and the type of case.
- Depose witnesses, prepare clients for depositions and defend depositions.
- Research and author motions, memorandums of law, affirmations and other legal documents.
- Handle court appearances, both virtually and in-person.
- Resolve legal disputes on behalf of clients by developing litigation strategies and advocating for clients.
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
- Build client relationships and provide excellent client experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
JD from an accredited law school required.
Admission to practice in New York State Court required
Salary is commensurate with experience. Please forward salary requirements along with your resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year, depending on experience.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- New York, NY 10006: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person with potential for hybrid/remote.
Giordano Glaws & Fenstermacher, LLP is a full-service defense litigation firm that represents major corporations, business enterprises, institutions and insureds throughout New York State.
With more than 80 years of combined experience and more than 100 jury trials, our New York insurance defense litigators have earned their reputations as:
Accomplished trial and appellate advocates – GG&F is prepared to go to trial to defend our clients against unjust or unwarranted claims. GG&F always works with our clients on how best to proceed, carefully applying cost/benefit analysis in each situation. GG&F’s appellate record is substantial, having briefing and arguing over 100 appeals in both state and federal court.
Effective settlement negotiators – In all types of defense cases, our goal is to achieve our clients’ objectives as promptly and efficiently as possible. We have detailed knowledge regarding potential verdict costs and exposure, and use that information to negotiate settlements that serve our clients’ best interests. Additionally, GG&F has years of experience handling ADR/mediations and are known as credible and prepared litigators among New York’s top mediators.
Recognized leaders – Our attorneys have been named to the New York Super Lawyers list and are included within Best's Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Adjusters.
By giving each client dedicated advocacy and honest and well-informed counsel, we have become trusted partners to major insurers and small businesses alike.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person